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The Independent Agricultural Appeals Panel (IAAP) considers appeals against decisions of the Rural Payments Agency. IAAP is an advisory non-departmental public body, sponsored by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and the Rural Payments Agency .
Business potential of producing crops for non-food markets, how and where to grow them and details of organisations providing grants.
Rural Development Programme for England - funding and current schemes.
Information to help you answer your query before you contact us.
Statistics about the structure of the agricultural industry.
Technical information, notes and guidance on the surveys of the structure of the agricultural industry.
Series of reports looking at farming practices and the impact on the environment.
Definition of rural areas using the Rural Urban Classification.
100,000 homes and businesses in rural parts of the UK will be further supported to access improved broadband connections.
A guide to farming risks, potential problems with public safety and how to avoid accidents
An overview of research and analysis undertaken by Defra.
Ministerial responsibilities within the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs changed following the ministerial appointments on 7 October 2013 The minister is responsible for the natural environment and fisheries in the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Responsibilities...
This publication aims to provide evidence to inform the future direction of rural policy in NI, to underpin the Rural Needs Act (2016) and to support equitable treatment of rural communities in policies and programmes across government.
The Rural Payments Agency annual report and accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023.
Trade, including: agri-food trade negotiations standards market access and exports, ‘Buy British’ geographical indications Borders. Northern Ireland. International oceans - including climate, international whaling commission, marine biodiversity (including OTs), marine litter and blue finance. Support to SoS on growth agenda...
The Secretary of State has overall responsibility for the Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. He has specific responsibilities for: budget, including ODA international relations senior appointments
Aggregate agricultural accounts for the United Kingdom, including total income from farming.
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